29 Professional Communication

Professional communication refers to the various forms of speaking, writing, and responding in and out of the classroom students do whether virtually or in person.

When addressing someone via email, you should include their salutation, a body and signature line.

• For example many professors prefer to be called ‘Dr.’ or ‘Professor’.

When communicating via Zoom, always be present and avoid distracting backgrounds. Identify and use preferred titles to address your faculty, staff, and administrators.